Junior Geologist

Jobtailor; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a field-focused environmental professional in Alabama to support CCR site investigations, including soil and groundwater sampling, and monitoring well installation. The role involves planning field programs and coordinating with subcontractors and laboratories.

You will analyze environmental data, prepare sampling plans and field reports, and contribute to project deliverables while maintaining strong technical writing and communication.

Qualifications

• BS in geology, environmental science, environmental engineering, or related field.
• 0–5 years of relevant experience; consulting preferred.
• Experience with soil and groundwater sampling and field data collection.
• Familiarity with environmental data analysis and reporting.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support CCR site investigations including soil and groundwater sampling
• Assist with monitoring well installation, development, and documentation
• Plan and participate in field programs, coordinating with subcontractors and laboratories
• Process and analyze environmental data
• Prepare technical documents such as sampling plans, field reports, and monitoring reports
• Support data interpretation and contribute to project deliverables
• Coordinate field logistics, scheduling, and equipment needs
• Develop and adhere to Health and Safety Plans and promote a culture of safety
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers
• Travel to project sites up to ~25-50% of the time

Skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

BS in Geology

BS in Environmental Science

BS in Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

• Support CCR site investigations including soil and groundwater sampling
• Assist with monitoring well installation, development, and documentation
• Plan and participate in field programs, including coordination with subcontractors and laboratories
• Process and analyze environmental data
• Prepare technical documents such as sampling plans, field reports, and monitoring reports
• Support data interpretation and contribute to project deliverables
• Coordinate field logistics, scheduling, and equipment needs
• Develop and adhere to Health and Safety Plans and promote a culture of safety
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers
• Travel to project sites up to ~25-50% of the time

Requirements

• BS in geology, environmental science, environmental engineering, or related field
• 0–5 years of relevant experience (consulting experience and/or experience with CCR preferred)
• Experience with soil and groundwater sampling and field data collection (or strong interest in fieldwork)
• Familiarity with environmental data analysis and reporting
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Willingness to travel and work in field settings
• Commitment to safety, quality, and client service
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (or willingness to obtain).

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in soil and groundwater sampling, environmental data analysis, and technical writing. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Soil Sampling
• Groundwater Sampling
• Environmental Data Analysis
• Technical Writing
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Environmental Data Collection
• Field Data Collection
• Technical Document Preparation
• Health and Safety Planning
• Project Coordination

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Independent Work Ability

Certifications & Qualifications

• 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification

Industry Keywords

• Environmental Science
• Environmental Engineering
• CCR
• Field Programs
• Safety Culture

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Word
• PowerPoint